[Solved] If a user assumes a role with a session duration of 1 hour, what happens after the hour passes? — Ans: The temporary credentials expire and access is denied | AWS

AWS - Identity and Access Management

If a user assumes a role with a session duration of 1 hour, what happens after the hour passes?

AThe temporary credentials expire and access is denied

BThe credentials automatically renew without action

CThe user permanently keeps the permissions

DThe role is deleted from AWS

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand temporary credential expiration
Temporary credentials expire after the session duration, causing access denial.
Step 2: Clarify renewal and permanence
Credentials do not auto-renew; user must assume role again. Permissions are not permanent.
Final Answer:
The temporary credentials expire and access is denied -> Option A
Quick Check:
Temporary credentials expire after session [OK]

Quick Trick: Temporary credentials expire; re-assume role to renew [OK]

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